Support Us

Whether it is an offering, an act of charity, or “forming a connection,”

what appears to be a gift to others is truly a gift to oneself.

“In the field of the Triple Gem, merits are easily sown; one penny given yields ten thousand in return. If you doubt this, look to Emperor Wu of Liang—a simple gift of a straw hat eventually led to his rule over the mountains and rivers.”Generosity is the starting point for achieving both fortune and wisdom. Giving is like planting a seed in the earth; through the nourishment of irrigation and care, it eventually bears abundant fruit.

The practice of generosity is central to the Buddhist path. Throughout history, the Great Sages who gave rise to the Bodhi Mind used generosity as their primary skillful means to help all sentient beings. Venerable Master Hsing Yun, the founder of Fo Guang Shan, taught: “Generosity is not limited to money or material goods. Giving someone a smile, a kind word, or a helping hand are all wonderful forms of giving.”However, the continued propagation of the Dharma and the upkeep of our sacred sanctuary rely on the support of the community. Every act of generosity is a practice of compassion; every donation is an investment in the continuity of the Dharma.

If you resonate with our mission and values, we warmly welcome your support. Like small droplets of water forming a great river, your contributions provide the vital energy that allows us to move forward.

Ways to Support

You may support the Fo Guang Shan Chicago Buddhist Temple through the following methods:

  1. Cash:Please visit us in person at the temple.

  2. Check:

    • Payable to I.B.P.S.

    • Please mail your check to:
      Fo Guang Shan Chicago Buddhist Temple
      9S043 Route 53, Naperville, IL 60565 USA

  3. Zelle / Quickpay
    Account:ibpschicago@ibps.org(Please include a brief note in the memo field for the purpose of your donation.)

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FGS Chicago Buddhist Temple
9S043 Route 53, Naperville, IL 60565
630-910-1243
chicago@ipbs.org

Open Hours
Tue-Sat : 10AM - 5PM
Sun : 9:30AM - 5PM

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